Methods to Increase Embryonic Survival in Cattle

The
advancement of the livestock industries is dependent upon the
advancement of managerial techniques, however, it is largely reliant
upon genetic progression. Using assisted reproductive technologies
(ART), the genetics of males are most efficiently and commonly passed
to future generations through the use of artificial insemination (AI). Genetic material from females is limited given the inefficiency and
difficulty associated with the use of embryo transfer (ET). This
research aims to improve ET efficiency in the cattle industry and will
have national impact on other areas of ART which require ET.